Lisbon Half-Day Private Van Tour Including Belem, Pastéis de Belém, 25th of April Bridge and Christ the King Statue
by Lisbon Riders
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This private van tour in Lisbon lasts about five hours and covers the city's main historic neighborhoods and landmarks. The tour starts with a visit to Largo do Carmo, a square known for its Carmo Church ruins from the 1755 earthquake and its connection to the 1974 democratic revolution. You will also see the Elevador de Santa Justa, a neo-Gothic vertical street lift built in 1902, offering views of the downtown area. The route continues through Chiado, a district with old cafés, bookstores, and theaters, and Baixa, reconstructed after the 1755 earthquake with a grid layout and large squares. You'll pass through Alfama, Lisbon's oldest neighborhood, known for its narrow streets and traditional character. A stop at Miradouro Da Senhora Do Monte provides a 20-minute break to view the city, including São Jorge Castle and the Tagus River. After crossing the 25th of April Bridge, the van reaches the Christ the King Statue, where you can spend 30 minutes enjoying panoramic views of Lisbon and the river. Next is Belem, where you will taste a Pastéis de Belém custard tart, made from a secret recipe dating to 1837. The tour includes visits to the Jeronimos Monastery church (without entering the monastery), the 500-year-old Belem Tower (viewed from outside), and the Padrao dos Descobrimentos monument, honoring Portugal’s Age of Exploration figures. Hotel pickup and drop-off, a local guide and driver, air conditioning, and snacks are included. Food and drinks beyond the included snack and pastry are not covered.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Largo do Carmo
Largo do Carmo is a historic square where you can see the Carmo Church ruins remaining since the 1755 earthquake. The area also features remnants of the city's aqueduct system, fountains, and galleries. The square is notable for its role in the 1974 democratic revolution when Portugal's last dictator was arrested. Nearby is the neo-Gothic Elevador de Santa Justa, built in 1902, which offers views of Lisbon.
25 min
Elevador de Santa Justa
This neo-Gothic vertical street lift, built in 1902 by Raul Mésnier, an apprentice of Gustave Eiffel, is the only one of its kind in Lisbon. It provides a popular viewpoint over downtown Lisbon and showcases unique architecture.
15 min
Chiado
Chiado is a well-known district in Lisbon's old town, featuring historic cafés, bookstores, boutiques, and theaters. It is one of the city's most visited and upscale neighborhoods.
Baixa de Lisboa
Baixa was rebuilt after the 1755 earthquake using a grid plan with large squares, led by the Marquis of Pombal. It serves as Lisbon's commercial center and is the only flat district in the old town.
Alfama
Alfama is Lisbon’s oldest neighborhood, characterized by narrow streets, small courtyards, pitched rooftops, and a maze-like layout.
Miradouro Da Senhora Do Monte
This viewpoint offers panoramic views of Lisbon including São Jorge Castle, the Tagus River, and neighborhoods like Mouraria, Baixa, and Chiado. The stop here lasts about 20 minutes.
20 min
Ponte 25 de Abril
The 25th of April Bridge is a large suspension bridge connecting Lisbon's north and south sides. It resembles the Golden Gate Bridge and was renamed to commemorate the 1974 revolution that ended the Salazar dictatorship.
Santuario Nacional de Cristo Rei
This site features the Christ the King Statue, inspired by the one in Brazil, erected in 1959 as thanks for Portugal being spared from World War II destruction. The viewpoint offers wide views over Lisbon and the Tagus River. Entrance to climb the statue requires a fee, but views from the base are similar. The stop lasts 30 minutes.
30 min
Pastéis de Belém Tasting
In Belem, you will have 30 minutes to taste the original Pastéis de Belém custard tart made from a secret recipe dating back to 1837. The guide will also explain the local way to enjoy this treat.
30 min
Jeronimos Monastery
The Jeronimos Monastery is a famous Portuguese monument honoring 15th-century explorers like Vasco da Gama. The tour includes a visit to the church where Vasco da Gama is buried, but does not include entry inside the monastery itself.
30 min
Torre de Belem
This 500-year-old tower stands on a small island in the Tagus River and was part of Lisbon’s river defense system. It also served as a ceremonial entrance to the city. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site, but entry inside the tower is not included.
15 min
Padrao Dos Descobrimentos
This monument was built to mark the 500th anniversary of Henry the Navigator’s death. It features statues of key figures in Portugal’s Age of Exploration, including Vasco da Gama, Bartolomeu Dias, Pedro Alvares Cabral, and Ferdinand Magellan.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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Lisbon Half-Day Private Van Tour Including Belem, Pastéis de Belém, 25th of April Bridge and Christ the King Statue
by Lisbon Riders
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€300Overview
This private van tour in Lisbon lasts about five hours and covers the city's main historic neighborhoods and landmarks. The tour starts with a visit to Largo do Carmo, a square known for its Carmo Church ruins from the 1755 earthquake and its connection to the 1974 democratic revolution. You will also see the Elevador de Santa Justa, a neo-Gothic vertical street lift built in 1902, offering views of the downtown area. The route continues through Chiado, a district with old cafés, bookstores, and theaters, and Baixa, reconstructed after the 1755 earthquake with a grid layout and large squares. You'll pass through Alfama, Lisbon's oldest neighborhood, known for its narrow streets and traditional character. A stop at Miradouro Da Senhora Do Monte provides a 20-minute break to view the city, including São Jorge Castle and the Tagus River. After crossing the 25th of April Bridge, the van reaches the Christ the King Statue, where you can spend 30 minutes enjoying panoramic views of Lisbon and the river. Next is Belem, where you will taste a Pastéis de Belém custard tart, made from a secret recipe dating to 1837. The tour includes visits to the Jeronimos Monastery church (without entering the monastery), the 500-year-old Belem Tower (viewed from outside), and the Padrao dos Descobrimentos monument, honoring Portugal’s Age of Exploration figures. Hotel pickup and drop-off, a local guide and driver, air conditioning, and snacks are included. Food and drinks beyond the included snack and pastry are not covered.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Largo do Carmo
Largo do Carmo is a historic square where you can see the Carmo Church ruins remaining since the 1755 earthquake. The area also features remnants of the city's aqueduct system, fountains, and galleries. The square is notable for its role in the 1974 democratic revolution when Portugal's last dictator was arrested. Nearby is the neo-Gothic Elevador de Santa Justa, built in 1902, which offers views of Lisbon.
25 min
Elevador de Santa Justa
This neo-Gothic vertical street lift, built in 1902 by Raul Mésnier, an apprentice of Gustave Eiffel, is the only one of its kind in Lisbon. It provides a popular viewpoint over downtown Lisbon and showcases unique architecture.
15 min
Chiado
Chiado is a well-known district in Lisbon's old town, featuring historic cafés, bookstores, boutiques, and theaters. It is one of the city's most visited and upscale neighborhoods.
Baixa de Lisboa
Baixa was rebuilt after the 1755 earthquake using a grid plan with large squares, led by the Marquis of Pombal. It serves as Lisbon's commercial center and is the only flat district in the old town.
Alfama
Alfama is Lisbon’s oldest neighborhood, characterized by narrow streets, small courtyards, pitched rooftops, and a maze-like layout.
Miradouro Da Senhora Do Monte
This viewpoint offers panoramic views of Lisbon including São Jorge Castle, the Tagus River, and neighborhoods like Mouraria, Baixa, and Chiado. The stop here lasts about 20 minutes.
20 min
Ponte 25 de Abril
The 25th of April Bridge is a large suspension bridge connecting Lisbon's north and south sides. It resembles the Golden Gate Bridge and was renamed to commemorate the 1974 revolution that ended the Salazar dictatorship.
Santuario Nacional de Cristo Rei
This site features the Christ the King Statue, inspired by the one in Brazil, erected in 1959 as thanks for Portugal being spared from World War II destruction. The viewpoint offers wide views over Lisbon and the Tagus River. Entrance to climb the statue requires a fee, but views from the base are similar. The stop lasts 30 minutes.
30 min
Pastéis de Belém Tasting
In Belem, you will have 30 minutes to taste the original Pastéis de Belém custard tart made from a secret recipe dating back to 1837. The guide will also explain the local way to enjoy this treat.
30 min
Jeronimos Monastery
The Jeronimos Monastery is a famous Portuguese monument honoring 15th-century explorers like Vasco da Gama. The tour includes a visit to the church where Vasco da Gama is buried, but does not include entry inside the monastery itself.
30 min
Torre de Belem
This 500-year-old tower stands on a small island in the Tagus River and was part of Lisbon’s river defense system. It also served as a ceremonial entrance to the city. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site, but entry inside the tower is not included.
15 min
Padrao Dos Descobrimentos
This monument was built to mark the 500th anniversary of Henry the Navigator’s death. It features statues of key figures in Portugal’s Age of Exploration, including Vasco da Gama, Bartolomeu Dias, Pedro Alvares Cabral, and Ferdinand Magellan.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.